DECORATION OPTIONS

1. Screen Printing (Silk Screening)

Best for: Apparel (t-shirts, hoodies), tote bags, and flat surfaces.
How it works: Ink is pushed through a mesh screen onto the product, one color at a time. Each color requires a separate screen.
Pros:

Cost-effective for bulk orders

Vibrant, long-lasting prints

Works well on fabric and hard surfaces

Cons:

Limited to simple designs with solid colors

Not ideal for small or intricate details

2. Digital Transfer Printing (DTG & Direct to Garment - DTG)

Best for: T-shirts, hoodies, promotional items, and hard surfaces.
How it works: Uses inkjet technology to print full-color images directly onto fabric or surfaces.
Pros:

Full-color, high-resolution prints

No setup cost for multiple colors

Great for complex designs and photographs

Works best on 100% cotton fabric (for DTG)

Cons:

Can be more expensive for large runs

3. Embroidery

Best for: Polo shirts, caps, jackets, bags, and uniforms.
How it works: A machine stitches the design onto fabric using colored threads.
Pros:

Premium, high-end look

Extremely durable and long-lasting

Great for logos and simple designs

Cons:

Limited color gradients and fine details

More expensive than printing methods

4. Heat Transfer (Vinyl & Digital Transfers)

Best for: T-shirts, sportswear, promotional items, and hats.
How it works: A design is printed on a special transfer material, then applied to the product using heat and pressure.
Pros:

Great for small, detailed designs

Works for vibrant colors and gradients

Suitable well for short-run or custom orders

Cons:

Less durable than screen printing or embroidery

Not ideal for bulk orders due to time-consuming application

5. Sublimation Printing

Best for: Polyester garments and promotional items with a white or light-colored base.
How it works: Heat converts ink into a gas, which then fuses into the material, creating a permanent, full-color design.
Pros:

Extremely durable (doesn't fade, crack, or peel)

High-quality, vibrant colors

Ideal for full-color prints and photographic images

Cons:

Only works on polyester or polymer-coated surfaces

Requires light-colored backgrounds for best results

6. Pad Printing

Best for: Pens, mugs, keychains, and irregularly shaped items.
How it works: A silicone pad picks up the ink from an etched plate and transfers it onto the product.
Pros:

Works on curved and uneven surfaces

Can print fine details and small text

Great for plastic, metal, and glass products

Cons:

Limited to one or a few colors per print

Small print area compared to other methods

7. Debossing & Embossing

Best for: Leather products, notebooks, and corporate gifts.
How it works: A metal die is pressed into the material to create a raised (embossed) or indented (debossed) design.
Pros:

Elegant, sophisticated look

Long-lasting and subtle branding

No ink or color limitations

Cons:

Limited to certain materials (leather, faux leather, thick paper)

Higher setup costs due to custom die creation

8. Laser Engraving

Best for: Metal, wood, glass, and leather items like pens, drinkware, and awards.
How it works: A laser beam removes a thin layer of the material to create a permanent design.
Pros:

Permanent, high-end finish

Precise and highly detailed

Works well on a wide range of materials

Cons:

No color options—only the material's natural finish is revealed

Not suitable for soft or flexible surfaces

9. UV Printing

Best for: Hard surfaces like metal, plastic, glass, and wood.
How it works: Ultraviolet (UV) light cures the ink immediately after printing, creating a durable, high-resolution image.
Pros:

Full-color, photo-quality prints

Scratch-resistant and long-lasting

Works on virtually any hard surface

Cons:

More expensive than pad printing or screen printing

Not ideal for flat or curved surfaces

10. Foil Stamping

Best for: Luxury packaging, stationery, and high-end promotional products.
How it works: A heated die press applies a metallic foil (gold, silver, etc.) onto the surface, creating a shiny, embossed design.
Pros:

Luxurious, high-end appearance

Durable and resistant to fading

Works well on paper, leather, and packaging

Cons:

Limited to one color per stamp

Higher production costs

11. Hydrographic Printing (Water Transfer Printing)

Best for: 3D objects like helmets, car parts, and promotional items with complex shapes.
How it works: A printed film is floated on water and transferred onto an object through immersion.
Pros:

Can cover entire surfaces, including curved areas

Excellent for complex patterns like camouflage or carbon fiber

Highly durable results

Cons:

More expensive and time-consuming than other printing methods

Requires a protective coating for durability